T·A·P™: Thermal Acoustical Pest Control

Helps Keep Bugs Out... and Comfort In! This revolutionary new concept in pest control insulation allows you to improve your home's energy efficiency while safely & naturally killing pests! This new service is safe for humans and pets, and is environmentally friendly in several important ways.

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Good News Pest Solutions, is happy to offer our tri-county area termite inspections for single family residences and condos at the low price of $40 in Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties. They need to be requested at least 24 hours (1 business day) in advance of the requested date/time (M-F). Same day requests may be accommodated for a $50 fee, payable at time of inspection. Click Here to Start Your Request Now

*We will issue a $40 credit which can be used toward the purchase of any of our warrantied services. Full details here.

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Welcome to the official website of Good News Pest Solutions, formerly Macy’s Termite & Pest Control of Venice, FL. Good News was founded in 1989 and has grown in to the area’s leader in Green Pest Management. Our highly trained staff has been serving the Gulf Coast with premier pest elimination and prevention services through excellence in all we do according to Biblical Principles.

In Florida we have a wide variety of Pests including spiders, fleas, ticks, termites, silverfish, bed bugs, cockroaches, bees, ants, rats, and wildlife. These pests can become a threat to your property and potentially your family’s health.

Good News Pest Solutions can solve your termite and pest control problems with industry leading Eco-Superior (Environmental, Pet and Family Friendly) methods and products, and our certified, professional staff can eliminate all of your pest problems.

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to represent Jesus Christ to the Gulf Coast by providing peace of mind at a fair price, protecting our environment as the leader in green pest management, and serving others with excellence in all we do.

From Our Pest Control Blog...

The 1950’s was rife with B movies that forced unprepared heroes and heroines to face giants spiders, scorpions, and other assorted insects and arachnids. But they never had to face the horrifying threat that is suddenly becoming all too real – bedbugs on airplanes!😲

Even Samuel L. Jackson isn’t able to help.

We’ve pointed out before that Cimex lectularius are by no means restricted to beds in homes and hotel rooms. Curtains, laundry and discarded furniture are all potential havens for bedbug infestations.

Flyers Beware!

Just last month, two separate passengers on different days complained about being bitten on the New York to India flight on Air India. And last year, British airlines fielded similar complaints. And as far back as 2010, United Airlines had complaints of bedbug bites on their flights.

But it’s probably not entirely the airlines’ fault. Most people don’t notice bedbug bites right away. And, because bedbugs can lay dormant without a food source, many will nest in dirty clothes packed in a suitcase – or even the outside seams of your suitcases. With more passengers choosing to go solely with carry-on luggage, it’s easy for the little guys to spread while in flight.

The good thing is, contrary to some popular rumors being spread on the Internet, bedbugs cannot fly or spread diseases to humans, like mosquitoes and ticks. They are, however, becoming more resistant to a lot of the pest control chemicals and methods that have been applied over the years.

Don’t Try This At Home!

In fact, it’s getting to the point that most DIY methods of ridding yourself of bedbugs are so ineffective that they only lead to more problems!

Luckily, we can help. Here at Good News Pest Solutions, we have the best and most effective methods of dealing with bedbugs and other annoying insects. And we have thousands of customers from Ruskin to Punta Gorda that confirm it. If you’d like to learn more about any of our products and services, just give us a call!

In the midst of the hot summer months, you’re probably not thinking much about going green in your pool. Unless, of course, you’re worried about excessive algae deposits thanks to our near daily rainfall here on Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Spending a few minutes now could save you from a potential heart attack a month from now when you get the electric bill. At the very least, the bill will be smaller.

Read on for some steps you can take, even while you’re lounging by the pool, and some that you can prepare for that’ll improve your energy efficiency during the off months as well.

Keep the Water Level

One of the biggest ongoing expenses for swimming pools is the need to add water.

Covering up a pool with a solar blanket will not only cut down on 97% of evaporated water loss, but will also keep in the heat the pool builds up during the day. That way it takes less energy to heat it back up, if you want or need that. Keeping the pool at a relatively constant temperature also helps with avoiding algae build-up and reduces the need for certain chemicals by 30-60 percent.

You’ll want to have an easy way to roll the cover on and off, too. A pool that is covered too often during sunny days will start to build up excess chlorine.

Another way to keep your pool topped off is to take advantage of our summer rains. Not just the water that lands in the pool, but for a few dollars, you can install rooftop gutters that drain down into the pool. Be sure to use a debris filter on the end leading to the pool to cut down on leaves and such. Then, when you check the pool filter, clear that too.

Below the Waterline

If you have an older pool, consider paying to install LED lights instead of the older traditional bulbs that used to be used. It’ll cost you $200-500 depending on the system you choose to switch to, but you’ll make that money up in reduced costs within the first couple of years.

Make sure you’re using an environmentally-friendly pool filter. Cartridge filters are the easiest to clean and maintain. Sand filters require backwashing to really clean them properly, using thousands of gallons of water a year.

Your filters should also be automated. Newer filter systems come with a timer, but you can easily use a standard appliance electrical timer at the outlet to make sure the system runs only 6-12 hours a day. This saves energy and reduces the need for more chemicals as well. And if you’re not using the pool regularly, dial it down to 2 hours a day.

Consider making the bottom of the pool darker. The pool will heat up quicker from the sun, and depending on the pebble or stone bottom installed, it can help maintain a constant temperature across the pool longer.

Make sure you’re using the right size pool pump. Most pools can be maintained just as well with smaller, high-efficiency pumps, or even one that runs on solar power. Just like the filter, set a timer on the pump so it’s not running when it doesn’t need to.

Look into a heat pump pool heater. As long as temperatures are above 45º F, the heat pump pool heater is the best choice for heating pools. The heat pump pool heater captures and circulates heat across the pool instead of just heating everything like an electric or gas pool heater.

Above the Waterline

Of course, the best pool heater is the sun above us. Installing select solar panels on your roof can heat water while generating lower cost electricity for other pool and home needs. The upfront cost can be considerable, but some areas offer rebates for installing solar, and even if they don’t, the power savings will add up quickly.

The more you clean your pool yourself the less work the filter and pool vacuum need to do. Getting into the habit of manually sweeping the pool with a long handled net can add life to your pool equipment.

In Florida, we’re required to maintain a fence or screen enclosure around our pools. But consider taking this one step further. If you plant shrubbery and trees around the perimeter, you’ll reduce evaporation and heat loss while enhancing the look of your yard. Plus, if you opt for native Xeriscape, you’re reducing your lawn watering costs and augmenting the natural environment.

Testing the Waters

Testing your pool on a consistent basis means less chance of having to shock your pool with chlorine or other heavy chemicals. Maintaining the proper balance uses fewer chemicals and is safer for your family as well. Consider installing an ionizer or a UV light system to reduce chlorine use by 50-80%.

Nowadays, you don’t have to settle for a chemically-infused freshwater pool. Consider switching to a more environmentally-friendlysalt water pool. The water is gentler to the skin, leaves your skin feeling softer, and feels normal because it’s more like the environment of our mother’s womb. The salt also helps cut down on algae buildup, costing less for maintenance.

All-natural is something we love here at Good News Pest Solutions. Years ago, we committed to using only natural, safe pest control solutions, and we’ve never looked back. Ask our customers from Apollo Beach to Bradenton to Port Charlotte and they’ll tell you our solutions are more effective and cost-efficient than the harsh chemicals so many other companies use. If you’d like to learn more, give us a call!

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Organic Pest Control

Green is where it is at in today's world, and Good News is a Green leader in the pest control industry. We were the first to use minimum risk, pesticide-exempt labeled products to obtain guaranteed results. Working with EPA registered products, we have been able to further our world class rating as the "best of the best" when it comes to managing pest problems naturally.

Termite Control

Termites do more damage every year than floods, fires, and storms combined, and Florida is the #1 state in the country for termite problems because of our perfect tropical environment. Good News is the leader in using natural, organic, and essential oil alternatives to control both dry wood and subterranean termite pests. We even offer a 1 Million Dollar Damage Repair Warranty for homes that qualify.

Rodent Control

Rodents have been around longer than we have and also multiply much quicker. Every time builders remove natural landscape and put homes in its place, rodents are some of the first invaders to take up new residence. Add lush palms and fruit trees and you have the perfect environment for a furry family. Good News has been recognized by industry experts as one of the top 10 companies in Florida in eradication of these unwelcome guests.

Commercial

Commercial pest control is an extremely specialized service. That's why Good News opened a separate division to expertly deal with the unique issues related to businesses, restaurants, institutions, health care facilities, hospitality and multi-resident dwellings in 2005. Our highly trained inspectors and technicians are uniquely qualified to handle virtually any pest problem on demand. We even have green alternatives for commercial solutions.